Research Critique Guide for NUR 504

• Create a concise week-by-week plan for summarizing and critiquing quantitative and qualitative nursing research articles. Develop article summaries that follow APA guidelines and map directly to the NUR 504 critique rubri
• Develop a comprehensive guide to NUR 504 discussions on research utilization and evidence-based practice in nursing. Discuss differences between qualitative and quantitative research methods in nursing studies.

Week 3 Assignment: Summarize each article you located in Module 2.

Write clear, focused summaries that your instructor can use as the foundation for later critique assignments.

Write a summary of each of the articles that you identified in Module 2. Aim for clarity and enough detail so each summary can stand alone for critique later.

Address the following:
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1. Write one research summary that uses a quantitative research design. Follow the template and highlight methods, sample, and main outcomes so the instructor sees the study’s analytic approach.

2. Write one research summary that uses a qualitative research design. Emphasize research tradition, data collection, and how trustworthiness was achieved.

3. Each summary should be 250-500 words and should follow the template, Summarize Research Articles. Keep to the word limits to make grading predictable and consistent.

4. Use APA Level Heading 2 to separate the distinct parts of the study. Use consistent heading styles so the document is easy to scan and grade.

These article summaries will form the basis of the Critique of Research Studies Parts 1-3 assignments in modules 4, 6, and 8. Think of each summary as a building block for deeper critique in later modules; take notes while you summarize.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Cite carefully and format references exactly to APA to avoid deduction for style errors.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment. Reading the rubric first saves time and avoids avoidable mistakes.

You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin, unless otherwise directed by your instructor. If so directed, refer to the Student Success Center for directions. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin. If Turnitin is required, upload a .doc or .docx file and double-check the file after upload to confirm formatting remained intact.

GC NUR 504 Summarize Research Articles
Directions: Use the templates below when summarizing your research articles. Include a cover page, and start a new page for each article summary. Use level 1 and 2 headings when composing the summaries to separate distinct parts. A separate page per article keeps the paper organized and matches assignment expectations.

Title of Quantitative Article
(Example of text: This article was authored by Watson and James and published in the Journal of Nursing Research in 2008. Note how the example names the authors and outlet so the reader immediately knows the source type. This article was selected as an example of a quasi-experimental design. The model summary selected for this paper is found on page 90 to 91of the textbook. This is a summary of a quasi-experimental study in which though there is a comparison group; subjects were not randomly assigned to groups. The research article being summarized also is an experiment that used a comparison group without randomization.) When you mimic the example, you make it easy for graders to map your summary to the rubric and the textbook model.
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o Problem Statement State the clinical gap or problem in one or two sentences and link it to patient outcomes where possible.
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o.Statement of Purpose Report the stated aim and any secondary objectives.
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o Research Question(s)/Hypothesis List the explicit hypothesis or the precise research questions used in the study.
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o Study Methods Describe design, sample size, instruments, measures, and statistical tests used.
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o Key Findings Give the main numeric results (e.g., p-values, effect sizes) and the authors’ interpretation. If space allows, note limitations that the original paper lists.
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o Citation Provide a full APA citation at the end of the summary.

Title of Qualitative Article
(Example of text: Ramirez (2008) studied adolescent depression and the influence of significant adults on the course of the depression. That example names participants and the central focus so readers know immediately the population and phenomenon. The model summary utilized is found on page 91of the textbook. It was selected because it is an example of a grounded theory study as is the article selected.) Use the same pattern as the quantitative example but emphasize the qualitative tradition and analytic approach.
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o Problem Statement Explain why the phenomenon matters to practice or policy.
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o.Statement of Purpose Write the explicit aim for the qualitative study.
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o Research Question(s) Offer the open-ended research questions that guided data collection.
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o Method Describe the tradition (e.g., grounded theory, phenomenology), sampling, interview or observation methods, and analysis approach.
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o Key Findings Summarize the core categories/themes and how the authors supported them with quotes or thick description.
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o Citation Finish with a full APA reference for the qualitative article.

Week 4 Assignment

This is a CLC assignment. Follow the in-class instructions closely and use group time to refine your Table of Evidence.
Follow the instructions provided in “CLC Assignment: Evidence-Based Project (EBP).” Use the Synthesis Table, Table of Evidence, and EBA Project Evaluation Tool exactly as required to avoid missing points for format.
Utilize the Synthesis Table, Table of Evidence and EBA Project Evaluation Tool to complete your CLC assignment. Submit these documents in Topic 5 as the CLC assignment. Make sure file names are clear and include your last name and module number.
APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected. Keep sentences short and cite any sources used in your text even if full APA is not mandatory here.
You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin, unless otherwise directed by your instructor. If so directed, refer to the Student Success Center for directions. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin. If Turnitin is requested, confirm required file format and resubmit if there are warnings.

Name of Article Name of Article Name of Article Name of Article
Levels of Evidence
Study Design
Variable to be studied
Variable to be studied
Variable to be studied
Compare template above to my table below. At a glance you can see the names of the most important articles I choose, the level of evidence of that study, what the design was, and what variables were important to know about in each article. A quick visual inspection should let faculty see your evidence spread at a glance. As you study the table, the reader can clearly see more studies in support of BiPAP than IS along with other information that would be of interest to the provider to support standards of care. Highlight that pattern in your analysis and explain any clinical implications you see.

Table 2 Synthesis of IS and NIPPV Evidence /Types of Surgery
Follow the instructions provided in Critique of Research Studies Instructions. Ensure the table rows match the rubric terms so reviewers can cross-reference easily.
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Even when tables are used, give appropriate in-text citations and include a references list.
This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment. If possible, map your work directly to the rubric headings in the submission to make grading straightforward.
You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin, unless otherwise directed by your instructor. If so directed, refer to the Student Success Center for directions. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin. If Turnitin is required, attach your synthesis table as a Word table (not PDF) so graders can copy/paste if needed.

Critique of Research Studies Instructions
Directions: Complete a critique of the quantitative and qualitative articles that were submitted in Module 3. The critique should expand on your summaries and apply textbook critique guidelines; show how evidence supports or contradicts practice.
This assignment will be completed in three parts. Refer to the information below as a guide to the information that should be included in each part. Plan your submissions to meet the due dates for each part so that feedback can guide later work.
Follow the guidelines for the quantitative and qualitative article critiques in Chapter 5, Box 5.2, pages 112-114 and Box 5.3, pages 115-117 of the textbook. Cite the textbook when you use its framework so it is clear the rubric and boxes were followed.

1. Utilize a central heading to indicate that what follows is the critique of the articles. Use clear section breaks and label each critique by article title and type.

2. The side headings of the critique for each article should follow the headings in Box 5.2 and 5.3. Those headings help ensure the critique covers all required elements.

3. Note that within these BASIC guidelines, there are additional references to Detailed Critiquing Guidelines found in various boxes in chapters focused on the various elements of a research study report. Use these to expand the research study and to learn specific terminology appropriate to the critique of research. If you consult those detailed boxes, list them in your references so instructors can verify your use of the text.
   When turning in the final submission, please put in the the following order: Quantitative Article Critique, Qualitative Article Critique, References (should include the two articles, the text, and any other additional sources). Follow the exact requested order to avoid penalty for incorrect organization.

• Critique of Research Studies – Part 1: Due Module 4

For Part 1 of the critique, focus only on the following segments for each article:
Quantitative Qualitative
• Title • Title
• Abstract • Abstract
• Introduction • Introduction
o Statement of the problem o Statement of the problem
o Hypotheses or research questions o Research questions
o Literature review o Literature review
o Conceptual/theoretical framework o Conceptual underpinnings Part 1 tests your ability to identify the study’s context and core questions; present concise but complete answers to each heading.

Critique of Research Studies – Part 2: Due Module 6
For Part 2 of the critique, focus only on the following segments for each article:
Quantitative Qualitative
• Method • Method
o Protection of human rights o Protection of participants’ rights Document ethical approvals and consent procedures where available.
o Research design o Research design and research tradition
o Population and sample o Sample and setting
o Data collection and measurement o Data collection
o Procedures o Procedures
o Enhancement of trustworthiness In qualitative critiques, explain strategies such as member checks, triangulation, or audit trails if used.

Critique of Research Studies – Part 3: Due Module 8
For Part 3 of the critique, focus only on the following segments for each article:
Quantitative Qualitative
• Results • Results
o Data analysis o Data analysis
o Findings o Findings
• Discussion o Theoretical integrations
o Interpretation of findings • Discussion
o Implications/recommendations o Interpretation of the findings
• Global Issues o Implications/recommendations
o Presentation • Global Issues
o Researcher credibility o Presentation
o Summary assessment o Researcher credibility
o Summary assessment For the final part, bring together findings and critique overall trustworthiness and clinical relevance.

GC NUR 504 Week 5 Assignment

This is a CLC assignment. Group collaboration should mirror real clinical teamwork and use clear communication.
Follow the instructions provided in CLC Assignment: Evidence-Based Project (EBP). Use your table of evidence and synthesis to inform the EBP deliverable.
Utilize the Synthesis Table, Table of Evidence and EBA Project Evaluation Tool to complete your CLC assignment. Submit these documents for this week’s CLC assignment. Confirm each tool is filled and uploaded before the deadline.
While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines. Cite any external sources used in the body, even when strict APA formatting is not required.
This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment. Rubrics make grading predictable — align your work to it explicitly.
You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin, unless otherwise directed by your instructor. If so directed, refer to the Student Success Center for directions. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin. If a Turnitin link is provided, check file requirements and resubmit if needed to meet the file type rule.

Name of Article Name of Article Name of Article Name of Article
Levels of Evidence
Study Design
Variable to be studied
Variable to be studied
Variable to be studied
Compare template above to my table below. At a glance you can see the names of the most important articles I choose, the level of evidence of that study, what the design was, and what variables were important to know about in each article. Keep the variables short and explicit so table readers can compare studies quickly. As you study the table, the reader can clearly see more studies in support of BiPAP than IS along with other information that would be of interest to the provider to support standards of care. When patterns appear (for example, BiPAP favored), explain whether study designs or sample sizes might bias that pattern.

Table 2 Synthesis of IS and NIPPV Evidence /Types of Surgery
Follow the instructions provided in Critique of Research Studies Instructions. Use the critique boxes in the textbook as your checklist for each study.
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. When in doubt, follow the APA manual examples for tables and figures.
This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment. If available, ask the instructor for a short meeting to confirm interpretation of any rubric item you find unclear.
You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin, unless otherwise directed by your instructor. If so directed, refer to the Student Success Center for directions. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin. Keep an extra copy of your final Word document in case upload fails and you must re-submit.

Critique of Research Studies Instructions
Directions: Complete a critique of the quantitative and qualitative articles that were submitted in Topic 3. Critique with evidence and specific examples from each article rather than broad statements.
This assignment will be completed in three parts. Refer to the information below as a guide to the information that should be included in each part. Break the work into small deliverables and meet the deadlines for each part.
Follow the guidelines for the quantitative and qualitative article critiques in Chapter 5, Box 5.2, pages 112-114 and Box 5.3, pages 115-117 of the textbook or the Research Critique Additional Template Resource. Document which textbook boxes you used so instructors can verify alignment with the method.

1. Utilize a central heading to indicate that what follows is the critique of the articles. A strong central heading helps the grader immediately locate the critique portion of your work.

2. The side headings of the critique for each article should follow the headings in Box 5.2 and 5.3. Use consistent labeling to avoid confusion.

3. Note that within these BASIC guidelines, there are additional references to Detailed Critiquing Guidelines found in various boxes in chapters focused on the various elements of a research study report. Use these to expand the research study and to learn specific terminology appropriate to the critique of research. Use those detailed boxes to add depth where the rubric asks for it.
   When turning in the final submission, please put in the following order: Quantitative Article Critique, Qualitative Article Critique, References (should include the two articles, the text, and any other additional sources). Follow the order exactly so graders can follow the rubric sequence.

Critique of Research Studies – Part 1: Due Topic 4
For Part 1 of the critique, focus only on the following segments for each article: NUR 504 Discussions and Assignments Remember Part 1 focuses on the study framing and conceptualization; do not include methods or results here.

Additional paragraph related to cited content (evidence link between IS and NIPPV; includes citations):

Recent systematic reviews show that the relative effectiveness of incentive spirometry (IS) and noninvasive respiratory support (NRS) such as BiPAP/NIV depends on the clinical context and timing of application. When IS is bundled with other respiratory therapies it has been associated with fewer postoperative pulmonary complications and shorter hospital stays in perioperative lung cancer patients. The BMC Pulmonary Medicine meta-analysis of randomized trials found that IS combined with other respiratory therapy techniques reduced postoperative pulmonary complications, lowered pneumonia risk, and shortened length of stay in lung cancer surgery patients (pooled OR for PPC ≈ 0.48), though the isolated effect of IS alone remains uncertain. BioMed Central That review also highlighted variability in interventions, compliance concerns, and the need for larger RCTs to isolate IS effects. Conversely, recent network meta-analyses and systematic reviews focused on postoperative noninvasive ventilation (NIV/CPAP/BiPAP) show that NIV can reduce re-intubation and nosocomial pneumonia when used therapeutically after extubation, and may reduce specific complications in thoracic procedures, but prophylactic use after some surgeries (e.g., upper abdominal) has shown mixed or low-certainty benefit. BioMed Central+1 Taken together, the evidence suggests clinicians should match the respiratory strategy to patient risk and the timing of the intervention rather than assuming IS or NIV is uniformly superior.

Critique of Research Studies – Part 2: Due Module 6

For Part 2 of the critique, focus only on the following segments for each article: Quantitative Qualitative • Method • Method o Protection of human rights o Protection of participants’ rights o Research design o Research design and research tradition o Population and sample o Sample and setting o Data collection and measurement o Data collection o Procedures o Procedures o Enhancement of trustworthiness Assessing methods ensures ethical and reliable conduct.

Week 7 Assignment

This is a CLC assignment. Follow the instructions provided “CLC Assignment: Evidence-Based Project (EBP).” Team dynamics in these tasks prepare for interdisciplinary healthcare roles. Utilize the Synthesis Table, Table of Evidence, and EBA Project Evaluation Tool to complete your CLC assignment. Submit these documents at the completion of the CLC assignment. While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.

NUR-504: Table of Evidence

Study 1 Study 2 Study 3 Study 4 Study 5 Author Study title Research Questions Design Setting/Sample Methods: intervention/instruments Analysis Key findings Recommendations How this supports EBP/Capstone These tables synthesize evidence for capstone projects effectively.

GC NUR 504 Week 8 Assignment – EBP Project Evaluation

Follow the instructions provided in Critique of Research Studies instructions. NUR 504 Discussions and Assignments When turning in the final submission, please put in the following order: Quantitative Article Critique, Qualitative Article Critique, References (should include the two articles, the text, and any other additional sources). Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment. Strategic preparation based on rubrics leads to stronger submissions. You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin, unless otherwise directed by your instructor. If so directed, refer to the Student Success Center for directions. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin.

Critique of Research Studies Instructions

Directions: Complete a critique of the quantitative and qualitative articles that were submitted in Topic 3. This assignment will be completed in three parts. Refer to the information below as a guide to the information that should be included in each part. Follow the guidelines for the quantitative and qualitative article critiques in Chapter 5, Box 5.2, pages 112-114 and Box 5.3, pages 115-117 of the textbook or the Research Critique Additional Template Resource. Utilizing templates standardizes the critique process.

1. Utilize a central heading to indicate that what follows is the critique of the articles.
2. The side headings of the critique for each article should follow the headings in Box 5.2 and 5.3.
3. Note that within these BASIC guidelines, there are additional references to Detailed Critiquing Guidelines found in various boxes in chapters focused on the various elements of a research study report. Use these to expand the research study and to learn specific terminology appropriate to the critique of research. When turning in the final submission, please put in thefollowing order: Quantitative Article Critique, Qualitative Article Critique, References (should include the two articles, the text, and any other additional sources). NUR 504 Discussions and Assignments

Critique of Research Studies – Part 3: Due Module 8

Contemporary scholarly references (2019–2024) — real, verifiable (APA style; links provided via web.run citations):

1. Pettenuzzo, T., Boscolo, A., Pistollato, E., Pretto, C., Giacon, T. A., Frasson, S., et al. (2024). Effects of non-invasive respiratory support in post-operative patients: a systematic review and network meta-analysis. Critical Care, 28(1), 152. BioMed Central

2. Zhou, L., Pan, Y., et al. (2024). The effect of incentive spirometry in perioperative patients with lung cancer — a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Pulmonary Medicine. BioMed Central

3. Lockstone, J., Denehy, L., Truong, D., Whish-Wilson, G. A., Boden, I., Abo, S., & Parry, S. M. (2022). Prophylactic postoperative noninvasive ventilation in adults undergoing upper abdominal surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Critical Care Medicine, 50(10), 1522–1532. PubMed

4. Brar, S., Comerford, C., Jessome, M., MacDonald, L., Palmer, B., Spencer, M., & Aldiabat, K. (2024). Quantitative and qualitative research report critique by nursing students: Why and how to conduct it? International Journal of Nursing Student Scholarship. Retrieved from https://journalhosting.ucalgary.ca/index.php/ijnss/article/view/78925
5. Pyo, J., Lee, W., Choi, E. Y., Jang, S. G., & Ock, M. (2023). Qualitative research in healthcare: Necessity and characteristics. Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, 56(1), 12–20. https://doi.org/10.3961/jpmph.22.451
6. Zhu, L., Xu, J., Zhang, Y., Li, Y., Chen, Y., Song, J., Yang, T., & Huang, H. (2024). Characteristics and quality of reporting qualitative nursing research related to the COVID-19 pandemic: A systematic search and critical review. BMC Nursing, 23, 506. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12912-024-02138-x
7. Gupta, V. A., Scott, S., Tonkinson, M., Jonsson, P., Goodburn, L., & Duffield, S. (2025). Quality in qualitative evidence: New best practice principles from NICE’s real-world evidence framework. Journal of Comparative Effectiveness Research, 14(7), e250064. https://doi.org/10.57264/cer-2025-0064